[WHAT] Heroes Among Us [WHERE] Hilton St. Louis Frontenac [WHY] To support comprehensive efforts in research, education, and new and evolving interventions, primarily through the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri. It also provides scholarships and financial support for families. [WHO] Honorary chairs Scott and Sue Mellanby, founders Bill and Nancy Thompson, executive director Dr. Stephen Kanne, emcee Debbie Monterrey [HIGHLIGHTS] Cocktails, dinner, silent and live auction, guest speaker Erik Miller.